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Aloha Today — Your Daily Hawaii Briefing — Saturday 2026-06-27 · Aloha Today — Your Daily Hawaii Briefing

• 0:00
  Aloha. Saturday morning in Hawaiʻi. I'm Mele with what's happening across the islands today.
• 1:53
  Trade winds are moderate to breezy right now. Windward areas are catching frequent showers, especially overnight and into the morning — leeward coasts are your safest bet for dry beach time. Plan any windward hikes for the afternoon when the showers ease up. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect until 6 AM tomorrow for waters around Oʻahu, Maui, and the Big Island, so boating stays rough along the east-facing shores.
• 2:14
  South and north shores of Oʻahu are running moderate at 4.6 and 4.3 feet respectively — watch for shore break and rip currents. Kauaʻi's seeing moderate surf at 5.6 feet. Maui is smaller at 3.1 feet, comfortable for swimmers and snorkelers. Big Island is glassy at 1.4 feet, safe for almost everyone.
• 2:29
  Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has Kīlauea at WATCH alert status — volcanic activity is elevated. The Kahuku Unit roads, Kīpukapuaulu Trail, and Lava Tube Bridge are all closed right now. If you're heading to the Big Island, check ahead before you go, and watch for volcanic ash if you're near the park.
• 2:44
  Kīlauea made headlines Friday morning when USGS raised the alert from Advisory to WATCH after precursory activity spiked, with a north-vent lava overflow. Our new piece breaks down what that means for visitors planning Big Island trips and what to expect in the coming weeks. If you're booking for fall — September through November — we've also got a separate guide on vog outlook for that season, since trade winds weaken in the months ahead and air quality can shift in unexpected ways across the island.
• 3:09
  Sunday will feel slightly less windy than today. Starting Monday, the air turns noticeably more humid as moisture increases — expect muggy conditions through mid-week, with two batches of heavier rain moving in late Sunday night and again Tuesday through Wednesday.
• 3:22
  If you're on the Big Island, keep those volcanic alerts on your radar. See you tomorrow morning.